🌱 SBU Professor Faces Backlash For 'Anti-Cop' Comments + Events

Hi all. It's me, Debora Whitehead, your host of the Daily. Let's get this day started off right, with a quick review of everything you need to know about what's going on in town. Today's briefing includes news about:

• An SBU professor is facing backlash after commenting on police operation.
• Jazz Loft reopens in February.
• Events and more!

But first, today's weather:

Cloudy, brief showers; breezy. High: 60, low: 43.

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Here are the top four stories in Three Village today:

1. A Stony Brook professor is facing an angry backlash after sharing "anti-cop" comments on social media regarding a law enforcement operation in Medford. The SBU employee allegedly accused police officers of murder for shooting the man who brutally attacked them with a knife. New York Post has the whole story. (New York Post )
2. The Jazz Loft in Stony Brook will be closed for this month. The popular jazz venue reopens in the first week of February. (The Jazz Loft)
3. Keith Crocker will be at Emma Clark Library to play vintage movies about Long Island and its beautiful sites. This event is set for 12:30 p.m. today. Visit the link for details. (Patch Events)
4. Make yourself a priority in 2023 and head into the new year with healthy habits! Long Island News 12 lists a guide with eight healthy tips to improve the body's immune system and encourage a better lifestyle. (News12)

Today in Three Village:

• Long Island, the Gold Coast, and Hollywood at ECML. (12:30 p.m.)
• Old Time Bluegrass Lovers - Emma Clark Memorial Library. (6:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Staller Center features Lil Buck-Memphis Jookin on Saturday, Feb. 4 at 8. “Lil Buck” is a movement artist who has been dancing since 14. Tickets can be purchased here. (Staller Center)
• Nearby Events: Have you ever tried the Port Jefferson Annual Mac & Cheese Food Crawl? This event is for those who like to try different culinary experiences while having fun. Various restaurants will serve their version of Mac & Cheese for $25 per person on Jan. 28-29. Tickets can be purchased at the Port Jefferson Chamber of commerce website. (Port Jefferson CofC)
• The Cornell Cooperative Extension will teach a free Winter Seed Sowing class at Emma Clark Library. This online event is for those who want to learn how to start seeds outside of the house during the winter! Click here to register. (Three Village Patch)

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You're all caught up for today! I'll see you soon.

— Debora Whitehead

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